Jimmy Ray Abel, a beloved resident of Tulsa, Oklahoma, peacefully passed away at his home surrounded by his cherished family on August 20, 2023. He was 89 years old. Born on October 21, 1933, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Jimmy was the son of Raymond Dennis Abel and Florence Jean Ames (Bell).
His passing leaves a void in the hearts of those who knew him, but his legacy of love and joy will forever remain.
Jimmy's journey through life was marked by dedication, service, and a passion for his interests. He proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Navy, a commitment that showcased his unwavering patriotism. Following his honorable discharge, he embarked on a career with the City of Tulsa as a Refuse Driver, where he dedicated over three decades of his life to serving his community. His hard work and dedication made a lasting impact on those he served alongside and the neighborhoods he served.
In matters of the heart, Jimmy found his soulmate in Nellie Abel, and their union was a testament to enduring love. Their companionship was a source of inspiration to all who were fortunate enough to witness the strength of their bond.
Jimmy's interests and passions enriched his life and those around him. An avid outdoorsman, he found solace in fishing and hunting, embracing the beauty of nature. His enthusiasm for football was evident through his avid support for teams such as the OU Sooners, Dallas Cowboys, New England Patriots, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He cheered on the Sooner girl's softball team, displaying his unwavering dedication to sports.
Beyond sports, he found joy in the simple pleasures of life, indulging in shopping on QVC and finding great deals, a testament to his thrifty nature.
Jimmy Ray Abel's memory will be carried forward by the many lives he touched with his kindness, warmth, and infectious laughter. He will be dearly missed by family, friends, and all those who had the privilege of knowing him. As we remember the legacy he leaves behind, may we find solace in the joy he brought into our lives and the love he shared unconditionally.
Rest in peace, dear Jimmy. Your spirit lives on in the hearts of those who loved you.
Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents and his brother. He is survived by his loving wife, Nellie Abel; son, Sam Abel; daughter, Belva Fox, daughter, Yvonne Hill; daughter, Janell Heath; daughter, Deborah Suntheimer; his grandchildren, Tim Burns and his wife, Linda, Amanda Meinsch and her husband, Billy, Shawn Roland, William Heath and his wife, Michelle, Derik Heath and his wife Casey, Shawna Basinger, Nicole Yeager and her husband, Zach, Cynthia Williams and her husband, Waylon; his great-grandchildren, Josh Chastain, Jordan, Hardwell, Brett Meinsch, Isabella Meinsch, Linkin Roland, Kaelyn Roland, Jessie Lucero, Cory Lucero, Spencer Lucero, Eden Howle, Lola Yeager, Jagger Yeager, Grace Heath,Henley Heath, Evan Williams, Jett Williams, and numerous other family members and friends.
Visitation will be 5-7 pm, Tuesday, August, 29, 2023 at Floral Haven Funeral Home.
Celebration of Life Service will be 3:00 pm, Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at Floral Haven Funeral Home Chapel.
To view the service via webcasting use the link below:
http://webcast.funeralvue.com/events/viewer/91726
His passing leaves a void in the hearts of those who knew him, but his legacy of love and joy will forever remain.
Jimmy's journey through life was marked by dedication, service, and a passion for his interests. He proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Navy, a commitment that showcased his unwavering patriotism. Following his honorable discharge, he embarked on a career with the City of Tulsa as a Refuse Driver, where he dedicated over three decades of his life to serving his community. His hard work and dedication made a lasting impact on those he served alongside and the neighborhoods he served.
In matters of the heart, Jimmy found his soulmate in Nellie Abel, and their union was a testament to enduring love. Their companionship was a source of inspiration to all who were fortunate enough to witness the strength of their bond.
Jimmy's interests and passions enriched his life and those around him. An avid outdoorsman, he found solace in fishing and hunting, embracing the beauty of nature. His enthusiasm for football was evident through his avid support for teams such as the OU Sooners, Dallas Cowboys, New England Patriots, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He cheered on the Sooner girl's softball team, displaying his unwavering dedication to sports.
Beyond sports, he found joy in the simple pleasures of life, indulging in shopping on QVC and finding great deals, a testament to his thrifty nature.
Jimmy Ray Abel's memory will be carried forward by the many lives he touched with his kindness, warmth, and infectious laughter. He will be dearly missed by family, friends, and all those who had the privilege of knowing him. As we remember the legacy he leaves behind, may we find solace in the joy he brought into our lives and the love he shared unconditionally.
Rest in peace, dear Jimmy. Your spirit lives on in the hearts of those who loved you.
Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents and his brother. He is survived by his loving wife, Nellie Abel; son, Sam Abel; daughter, Belva Fox, daughter, Yvonne Hill; daughter, Janell Heath; daughter, Deborah Suntheimer; his grandchildren, Tim Burns and his wife, Linda, Amanda Meinsch and her husband, Billy, Shawn Roland, William Heath and his wife, Michelle, Derik Heath and his wife Casey, Shawna Basinger, Nicole Yeager and her husband, Zach, Cynthia Williams and her husband, Waylon; his great-grandchildren, Josh Chastain, Jordan, Hardwell, Brett Meinsch, Isabella Meinsch, Linkin Roland, Kaelyn Roland, Jessie Lucero, Cory Lucero, Spencer Lucero, Eden Howle, Lola Yeager, Jagger Yeager, Grace Heath,Henley Heath, Evan Williams, Jett Williams, and numerous other family members and friends.
Visitation will be 5-7 pm, Tuesday, August, 29, 2023 at Floral Haven Funeral Home.
Celebration of Life Service will be 3:00 pm, Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at Floral Haven Funeral Home Chapel.
To view the service via webcasting use the link below:
http://webcast.funeralvue.com/events/viewer/91726
Jimmy Ray Abel, a beloved resident of Tulsa, Oklahoma, peacefully passed away at his home surrounded by his cherished family on August 20, 2023. He was 89 years old. Born on October 21, 1933, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Jimmy was the son of Raymond Dennis Abel and Florence Jean Ames (Bell).
His passing leaves a void in the hearts of those who knew him, but his legacy of love and joy will forever remain.
Jimmy's journey through life was marked by dedication, service, and a passion for his interests. He proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Navy, a commitment that showcased his unwavering patriotism. Following his honorable discharge, he embarked on a career with the City of Tulsa as a Refuse Driver, where he dedicated over three decades of his life to serving his community. His hard work and dedication made a lasting impact on those he served alongside and the neighborhoods he served.
In matters of the heart, Jimmy found his soulmate in Nellie Abel, and their union was a testament to enduring love. Their companionship was a source of inspiration to all who were fortunate enough to witness the strength of their bond.
Jimmy's interests and passions enriched his life and those around him. An avid outdoorsman, he found solace in fishing and hunting, embracing the beauty of nature. His enthusiasm for football was evident through his avid support for teams such as the OU Sooners, Dallas Cowboys, New England Patriots, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He cheered on the Sooner girl's softball team, displaying his unwavering dedication to sports.
Beyond sports, he found joy in the simple pleasures of life, indulging in shopping on QVC and finding great deals, a testament to his thrifty nature.
Jimmy Ray Abel's memory will be carried forward by the many lives he touched with his kindness, warmth, and infectious laughter. He will be dearly missed by family, friends, and all those who had the privilege of knowing him. As we remember the legacy he leaves behind, may we find solace in the joy he brought into our lives and the love he shared unconditionally.
Rest in peace, dear Jimmy. Your spirit lives on in the hearts of those who loved you.
Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents and his brother. He is survived by his loving wife, Nellie Abel; son, Sam Abel; daughter, Belva Fox, daughter, Yvonne Hill; daughter, Janell Heath; daughter, Deborah Suntheimer; his grandchildren, Tim Burns and his wife, Linda, Amanda Meinsch and her husband, Billy, Shawn Roland, William Heath and his wife, Michelle, Derik Heath and his wife Casey, Shawna Basinger, Nicole Yeager and her husband, Zach, Cynthia Williams and her husband, Waylon; his great-grandchildren, Josh Chastain, Jordan, Hardwell, Brett Meinsch, Isabella Meinsch, Linkin Roland, Kaelyn Roland, Jessie Lucero, Cory Lucero, Spencer Lucero, Eden Howle, Lola Yeager, Jagger Yeager, Grace Heath,Henley Heath, Evan Williams, Jett Williams, and numerous other family members and friends.
Visitation will be 5-7 pm, Tuesday, August, 29, 2023 at Floral Haven Funeral Home.
Celebration of Life Service will be 3:00 pm, Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at Floral Haven Funeral Home Chapel.
To view the service via webcasting use the link below:
http://webcast.funeralvue.com/events/viewer/91726
His passing leaves a void in the hearts of those who knew him, but his legacy of love and joy will forever remain.
Jimmy's journey through life was marked by dedication, service, and a passion for his interests. He proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Navy, a commitment that showcased his unwavering patriotism. Following his honorable discharge, he embarked on a career with the City of Tulsa as a Refuse Driver, where he dedicated over three decades of his life to serving his community. His hard work and dedication made a lasting impact on those he served alongside and the neighborhoods he served.
In matters of the heart, Jimmy found his soulmate in Nellie Abel, and their union was a testament to enduring love. Their companionship was a source of inspiration to all who were fortunate enough to witness the strength of their bond.
Jimmy's interests and passions enriched his life and those around him. An avid outdoorsman, he found solace in fishing and hunting, embracing the beauty of nature. His enthusiasm for football was evident through his avid support for teams such as the OU Sooners, Dallas Cowboys, New England Patriots, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He cheered on the Sooner girl's softball team, displaying his unwavering dedication to sports.
Beyond sports, he found joy in the simple pleasures of life, indulging in shopping on QVC and finding great deals, a testament to his thrifty nature.
Jimmy Ray Abel's memory will be carried forward by the many lives he touched with his kindness, warmth, and infectious laughter. He will be dearly missed by family, friends, and all those who had the privilege of knowing him. As we remember the legacy he leaves behind, may we find solace in the joy he brought into our lives and the love he shared unconditionally.
Rest in peace, dear Jimmy. Your spirit lives on in the hearts of those who loved you.
Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents and his brother. He is survived by his loving wife, Nellie Abel; son, Sam Abel; daughter, Belva Fox, daughter, Yvonne Hill; daughter, Janell Heath; daughter, Deborah Suntheimer; his grandchildren, Tim Burns and his wife, Linda, Amanda Meinsch and her husband, Billy, Shawn Roland, William Heath and his wife, Michelle, Derik Heath and his wife Casey, Shawna Basinger, Nicole Yeager and her husband, Zach, Cynthia Williams and her husband, Waylon; his great-grandchildren, Josh Chastain, Jordan, Hardwell, Brett Meinsch, Isabella Meinsch, Linkin Roland, Kaelyn Roland, Jessie Lucero, Cory Lucero, Spencer Lucero, Eden Howle, Lola Yeager, Jagger Yeager, Grace Heath,Henley Heath, Evan Williams, Jett Williams, and numerous other family members and friends.
Visitation will be 5-7 pm, Tuesday, August, 29, 2023 at Floral Haven Funeral Home.
Celebration of Life Service will be 3:00 pm, Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at Floral Haven Funeral Home Chapel.
To view the service via webcasting use the link below:
http://webcast.funeralvue.com/events/viewer/91726
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